Cosmo reckons the mission to meet your Mr Right is the fun part, so before you do find your match you should make sure you dally in dating this set of stereotypes…

From frog to prince

From frog to prince

Even if you've sussed out what your type is (Jake Gyllenhaal's twin will suffice for us) we know finding him involves kissing plenty of frogs. Cosmo reckons the mission to meet your Mr Right is the fun part, so before you do find your match you should make sure you dally in dating this set of stereotypes...

1. The bad boy

1. The bad boy

Oh the appeal of something you can't have, or at least know you shouldn't. The allure comes with the thrill and the terror of dating a man you know is wrong. He'll take you on amazing dates then take two weeks to ask you out again, and you're powerless to say no because the first was so magic. It'll send your emotions into a spiral of ups and downs with incredible highs mixed with mean comedowns, but you'll feel it's worth it for a short fix of flirting and fun. Just take note, you will never change a bad boy, so have some fun and then move on before he breaks your heart.

From frog to prince

Even if you've sussed out what your type is (Jake Gyllenhaal's twin will suffice for us) we know finding him involves kissing plenty of frogs. Cosmo reckons the mission to meet your Mr Right is the fun part, so before you do find your match you should make sure you dally in dating this set of stereotypes...

1. The bad boy

Oh the appeal of something you can't have, or at least know you shouldn't. The allure comes with the thrill and the terror of dating a man you know is wrong. He'll take you on amazing dates then take two weeks to ask you out again, and you're powerless to say no because the first was so magic. It'll send your emotions into a spiral of ups and downs with incredible highs mixed with mean comedowns, but you'll feel it's worth it for a short fix of flirting and fun. Just take note, you will never change a bad boy, so have some fun and then move on before he breaks your heart.

2. The penniless artist

Buff but broke, the arty types who are yet to make it will show you how to sample life from a totally different perspective. His creativity will take you on romantic and unique dates like quirky exhibitions, good gigs, walks and dining at backstreet restaurants and bars. Ok, so you may have to pick up the bill until his sponsor pays his rent, but you'll be living out the Kate Winslet / Leonardo DiCaprio romance a la Titanic, and what girl would say no to that?

3. The friend first

This can be tricky territory; if it goes wrong you could lose a friend forever, but if it goes right you've won the relationship lottery - you have sex with your soul mate! Stepping out of the friendship zone is scary, especially on the discovery of fancying a previously plutonic pal but you can bypass the initial fumbling 'getting to know each other' stages and get straight to the good bit - having fun and enjoying time between the sheets. Of course there's no guarantee that if it doesn't work out you'll stay mates, but it's a risk that for the right friend may well be worth it...

4. The toy boy

Do a Demi Moore and bag a boy who was born in a different decade. Generally guys who are that bit younger will not only look beautiful (well, if Ashton's anything to go by!), but they'll bring out the parts of you that have been dormant and you'll be exposed to the fun things you thought you'd outgrown. And don't forget, what he gets from dating an older woman (kudos for starters) means he'll more than likely adore you and be eager to please with his performance in the bedroom.

5. The ex

It's irritatingly irresistible to go back to someone who you shared something special with and if you're guilty of comparing other men to your ex then the temptation to return to what you know is torture. Giving it one more shot and providing you both know where you stand, being true to your heart and risking it all for a romance that once worked can actually help you grow closer as a couple and you'll also learn more about yourself in the process. And if it fails, you'll also have no regrets on splitting in the first place.

6. The sugar daddy

While we know we can pick up the tab for the drinks and buy our own Louboutins, there's no harm in letting someone older and richer spoil us rotten once in a while. We all deserve one (or ten) 'wow' dates - the type where you wish you'd worn your most pricey dress instead of your office outfit and you know the starter alone would max out your credit card. Indulge in the showering of gifts and luxurious dates because every girl deserves to be a princess, even if it's just for a fling.

7. The colleague

You know the score, work and pleasure should never mix, but firing out flirty emails while your colleagues are none the wiser makes it a little illicit and exciting. The build up of cheeky chats over the water cooler, knowing looks across the office are passion pumpers and makes it electric when you do finally get together. And the best part of dating someone you work with is that you've already got lots in common and to talk about. Just be cautious if the cute colleague is also your boss...

8. Your best friend's brother

Make it a family affair, and, providing you have your best mate's blessing, ask her buff brother out - if he isn't your type try the extended family who share her quirky qualities that you love. Other than sharing your friend's gorgeous looks, you'll also have more of an insight into the person he is and his history, plus the opportunity to go on double dates with your best mate - what could be better than that, a gorgeous guy and gossip?

9. The geek with chic

Take away all the connotations you associated with guys in glasses or men who studied science, it's time to date someone whose IQ matches the number of shoes you own. Anyone who's watched Beauty And The Geek knows just how adorable and adoring smart men can be. Not only will you drink up some new knowledge and always win the pub quiz, you'll realise brains can be much more sexy than brawn. And as for any fashion faux pas he may make, you can always tweak these with time.

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